How many words contain the sequence 'u'?

There are 117 words in our dictionary that contain the exact sequence 'u'. You can browse them all using the list above.

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Some common words containing 'u' include Aaru, Ababua, Abaciscus. These words are frequently used in everyday English communication.

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All Words Containing 'u'

Aaru Noun Ababua Proper Noun Abaciscus Noun Abacus Noun Abduce Verb Abduct Verb Abduction Noun Abductor Noun Babassu Noun Babassus Noun Babasu Noun Babiroussa Noun Background Noun, Adjective, Verb Cabalassou Noun Cabassou Noun Calculation Noun Courage Noun Dabuh Noun Dachshound Noun Dachshund Noun Dachshunde Noun Dachshunds Noun Education Noun Fabaceous Adjective Fabliau Noun Fabliaux Noun Fabricature Noun Fabrique Noun Figuring Verb (Present Participle) Focus Noun, Verb Future Noun, Adjective Gabendum Noun Gaberlunzie Noun Gratitude Noun Guide Noun, Verb Habakkuk Proper Noun Habbub Noun Habendum Noun Habenula Noun Habenulae Noun (Plural) Habenular Adjective Iacchus Proper Noun Iambelegus Noun Iambus Noun Iambuses Noun (Plural) Ianus Proper Noun Iapetus Proper Noun Jabiru Noun Jabirus Noun (Plural) Jabul Proper Noun Jabules Noun (Plural) Jaburan Proper Noun Journey Noun, Verb Judge Noun, Verb Justice Noun Kabassou Noun Labarum Noun Labarums Noun Mabuti Adjective Mulling Verb Musing Noun / Adjective Nabalus Noun Nature Noun Opportunity Noun Paauw Noun Pabalum Noun Pablum Noun Pabular Adjective Pabulary Adjective Pabulation Noun Pabulatory Adjective Pabulous Adjective Quality Noun, Adjective Question Noun, Verb Quick Adjective, Adverb Quiet Adjective, Noun, Verb Quote Verb, Noun Result Noun, Verb Saarbrucken Proper Noun Sleuthing Noun (Gerund) Study Noun, Verb Success Noun Support Verb, Noun Tabacum Noun (Botanical Latin) Triangulating Verb (Present Participle) Trust Noun, Verb Uakari Noun Ualis Noun Uang Noun Uaraycu Proper Noun Uarekena Noun Uaupe Proper Noun Uayeb Noun Ubangi Proper Noun Ubbenite Noun Ubbonite Noun Ubc Proper Noun Uberant Adjective Uberous Adjective Uberously Adverb

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Words Starting With

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1. Can you use 'ualis' in a modern business email?

Yes, it sounds professional No, it is obsolete and confusing Only if you are a lawyer Yes, it means 'value'

2. What part of speech is the word 'unite'?

Noun Verb Adjective Adverb

3. Which word is a strict antonym of 'use' (in the context of preserving)?

Utilize Consume Save Employ

4. Which of the following is a synonym for 'dabuh'?

Success Triumph Goof Masterpiece

5. Which of the following is a common spelling mistake?

UBC Ubc ubc University

6. Which modern word has almost entirely replaced "fabricature" in everyday English?

Fabric Factory Fabrication Figure

7. Which of the following is a common collocation with 'success'?

Success weather Recipe for success Success metal Success speed

8. How is the suffix '-ite' in 'Ubbenite' correctly described?

It means 'land' It means 'follower of' It means 'against' It means 'water'

9. How does the uakari primarily move through the trees?

By swinging from its tail By leaping with its strong legs By flying short distances By gliding on flaps of skin

10. What is the difference between courage and recklessness?

They are synonyms. Courage is a lack of fear; recklessness is too much fear. Courage is taking a calculated risk for a noble purpose; recklessness is taking foolish risks. Courage is physical; recklessness is mental.

11. Which sentence uses 'abacus' correctly?

I abacused the math problem. She used an abacus to add the numbers. He abacus very quickly. The abacus is running late.

12. Which Tagalog word means 'beautiful' and is often contrasted with 'mabuti' (good)?

Mabait Maganda Salamat Kumusta

13. Can 'your' be used for both singular and plural listeners?

Yes, it is used for both. No, only singular. No, only plural. Only for three or more people.

14. What part of speech is 'figuring'?

Noun Adjective Present Participle (Verb) Adverb

15. Why do the words 'journey' and 'journal' share a similar spelling?

They are the same word. They both come from a root meaning 'daily'. Journalists only write about journeys. It is a linguistic coincidence.

16. What parts of speech can the word 'support' function as?

Only a Verb Only a Noun Both a Verb and a Noun Only an Adjective

17. Where is the uakari naturally found?

The savannas of Africa The rainforests of Central America The flooded forests of the Amazon The mountains of Asia

18. Which sentence uses 'courage' correctly?

He is very courage. She did a courage. It took a lot of courage to speak up. I need to courage myself.

19. How is the verb 'use' pronounced differently from the noun 'use'?

The verb ends with an /s/ sound, the noun ends with a /z/ sound. The verb ends with a /z/ sound, the noun ends with an /s/ sound. They are pronounced exactly the same. The noun has two syllables.

20. Which larger river does the Ubangi flow into?

The Nile The Niger The Congo The Zambezi

21. What is the most distinctive physical feature of a uakari?

A long prehensile tail A bright red, bald face Blue and red markings A loud howling voice

22. What does the Dutch root word 'pauw' originally mean?

Turkey Bustard Peacock Ostrich

23. Where is the primary stress in the pronunciation of 'abaciscus'?

First syllable: A-ba-cis-cus Second syllable: a-BA-cis-cus Third syllable: a-ba-CIS-cus Fourth syllable: a-ba-cis-CUS

24. What does the literal translation of 'jabiru' mean in Tupi?

Giant bill White wings Swollen neck Swamp king

25. Is 'abduce' a common word in everyday speech?

Yes, people use it daily. Only in British English. No, it is highly technical and rare. Only in legal contexts.

26. Choose the correct phrase: 'It's up to ___.'

your you're you yours

27. Which book is considered a close thematic parallel to Habakkuk regarding questioning suffering?

Proverbs Song of Solomon Job Ruth

28. Which sentence uses 'Habakkuk' correctly?

The habakkuk was a prophet. We read the Book of Habakkuk. He is as wise as a habakkuk. Habakkuk were a good man.

29. Can 'uberant' be used as a noun?

Yes, it means a large amount. Yes, it refers to a type of crop. No, it is strictly an adjective. No, it is strictly a verb.

30. Who would most likely encounter the word 'gabendum' in their work today?

A modern real estate agent A paleographer studying old manuscripts A software developer A medical doctor

31. Which part of speech is 'labarums'?

Verb Noun Adjective Adverb

32. Which verb tense is 'mulling' typically used in?

Past tense Conditional only Progressive tense Future tense only

33. What is the singular form of 'jabirus'?

Jabiri Jabiru Jabiruses Jabira

34. What does the idiom 'take it on trust' mean?

To verify something thoroughly To believe something without proof To legally transfer property To break a promise

35. Is 'ualis' a verb or a noun?

Verb Noun Adjective Adverb

36. Which prefix or root is 'pabulation' built on?

The prefix 'a-' The root 'bio' The prefix 'pre-' The Latin root 'pabulum'

37. How is the '-ae' ending in 'habenulae' typically pronounced in American medical English?

ay eye ee ah

38. How is 'uberrima' correctly pronounced?

YOO-ber-ih-muh oo-BERR-ih-muh OO-bur-muh uh-BARE-ih-muh

39. What parts of speech can the word 'value' function as?

Only a Noun Only a Verb Both a Noun and a Verb Only an Adjective

40. Where does the primary stress fall in 'habenula'?

First syllable Second syllable Third syllable Fourth syllable

41. Which word is the standard, everyday English equivalent of 'fabrique'?

Fabric Factory Fable Fabulist

42. What is the correct comparative form of 'quiet'?

More quiet Quieter Most quiet Quietlier

43. How many syllables does 'labarums' have?

Two Three Four Five

44. What part of speech is the word 'you'?

Noun Verb Pronoun Adjective

45. What does the word 'abaciscus' primarily refer to?

A large structural beam A small square mosaic tile A type of ancient paint A counting frame

46. What is the standard English plural of 'uakari'?

uakaries uakari uakaris uacari

47. How many syllables does the word 'trust' have?

One Two Three Four

48. Which sentence is grammatically correct regarding the noun form?

I need a quiet. I need quiet. I need the quiets. I need some quietness.

49. Which of the following is a synonym for 'habbub'?

Silence Uproar Whisper Melody

50. Where is the primary stress placed when pronouncing 'Jabul'?

First syllable Second syllable Third syllable Equal stress